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Comparing Pre-Service Teachers' Self-Confidence Levels in Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge in Terms of Several Variables
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Süzük, Erol; Akinci, Tuncay – Journal of Education and Learning, 2021
This study aimed to investigate and compare pre-service teachers' self-confidence in technological pedagogical content knowledge (TPACK) concerning their gender, department, and owned digital technologies. To achieve this goal, the survey method was conducted as part of a quantitative method design. Participants of the study consisted of 252…
Descriptors: Preservice Teachers, Preservice Teacher Education, Self Efficacy, Pedagogical Content Knowledge
Affordances of Augmented Reality in Science Learning: Suggestions for Future Research
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Cheng, Kun-Hung; Tsai, Chin-Chung – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2013
Augmented reality (AR) is currently considered as having potential for pedagogical applications. However, in science education, research regarding AR-aided learning is in its infancy. To understand how AR could help science learning, this review paper firstly has identified two major approaches of utilizing AR technology in science education,…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Science Education, Computer Uses in Education, Inquiry
Scaffolding Information Problem Solving in Web-Based Collaborative Inquiry Learning
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Raes, Annelies; Schellens, Tammy; De Wever, Bram; Vanderhoven, Ellen – Computers & Education, 2012
This study investigated the impact of different modes of scaffolding on students who are learning science through a web-based collaborative inquiry project in authentic classroom settings and explored the interaction effects with students' characteristics. The intervention study aimed to improve "domain-specific knowledge" and "metacognitive…
Descriptors: Quasiexperimental Design, Student Attitudes, Prior Learning, Problem Solving
Development of Pupils' Classification Skills in Science Lessons: An Intervention of Computer Use.
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Nikolopoulou, Kleopatra – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2000
Presents an investigation of 13- and 14-year-old students' classification skills when they analyze scientific data in science lessons. Finds that less-able students could only classify according to discrete criteria, and that the scientific context influenced students' classification skills. (Contains 18 references.) (Author/WRM)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Classification, Cognitive Processes, Computer Uses in Education
An Examination of the National Educational Longitudinal Study (NELS:88) Database To Probe the Correlation between Computer Use in School and Improvement in Test Scores.
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Weaver, Gabriela C. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2000
Examines the database for the National Educational Longitudinal Study (NELS:88) for connections between student use of computers in math and science classes and their academic success. Finds that computer use was significantly correlated with gender, socioeconomic status, parent's level of education, and Item Response Theory (IRT) scores.…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Computer Uses in Education, Longitudinal Studies, Mathematics Education
Development of Instructional Systems for Teaching an Electricity and Magnetism Course for Engineers.
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Marr, M. J.; Thomas, E. W.; Benne, M. R.; Thomas, A.; Hume, R. M. – American Journal of Physics, 1999
Describes a study of three parts: (1) the application of a statistical technique for predicting performance; (2) a computer program for teaching basic problem-solving skills; and (3) evidence for the value of teaching with complex homework problems in an introductory physics course required for engineering majors. (Contains 42 references.)…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Educational Diagnosis, Electricity
Technology Education and Development
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Lazinica, Aleksandar, Ed.; Calafate, Carlos, Ed. – InTech, 2009
The widespread deployment and use of Information Technologies (IT) has paved the way for change in many fields of our societies. The Internet, mobile computing, social networks and many other advances in human communications have become essential to promote and boost education, technology and industry. On the education side, the new challenges…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Higher Education, Educational Technology, Experiential Learning